Brighton and Hove · England
Paella party catering in Hove, Brighton and Hove
Paella catering for birthday parties, garden parties and private events in Hove: paella cooked from scratch in giant pans, right in front of your guests.
- Milestone birthdays
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Street and neighbourhood parties
Paella party catering for Hove events
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Hiring a pan and burner is one option, but you’ll still need to source ingredients, prep and cook for hours. A caterer handles all of that.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Paella party catering in Hove, cooked live
Paella is made for relaxed parties: served from the pan, shared and enjoyed, without any fuss. Typical bookings include retirement celebrations and anniversaries and engagement parties, with seafood paella, vegetable paella and chicken and chorizo paella.
In Hove, home and the local hall are popular party venues. Live paella works at both, given some outdoor or ventilated space. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Area
- Hove (BN3, BN1, BN52)
- Region
- Brighton and Hove
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Diets, allergies and planning
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Let the neighbours know
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Have bins ready
Kids are fascinated by the huge pans, at a safe distance.
Sangria sets the mood.
Perfect for your party in Hove
One big dish is simpler than lots of small ones.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Hove book us for occasions like:
- Birthday parties
- Summer garden parties
- Naming days and christenings
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Parks such as St. Ann's Well Gardens generally need permission for cooking, so a garden or hired venue is frequently easier.
Before booking anyone
- How late numbers can change
- If the price includes VAT
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The deposit and payment dates
What affects the price in Hove
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Distance and access to the venue
- How many courses
- How many guests are eating
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
Premium seafood costs more than chicken or vegetables, so the menu you choose affects the price. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The courses you’d like
- What the venue already provides
- A picture of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Diets and allergies you know about
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
Space, weather and the venue
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Level ground for the pans and burners
- The venue’s permission for live cooking
- Send a photo of the garden so we can check
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Vegetable paella
- Mixed paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Tapas
- Churros
- Seafood paella
- Paella Valenciana
Live paella or other catering?
For a party that feels a little special without being formal, live paella is hard to beat. The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
What you get with us
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, each in its own pan
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- A clear, itemised quote
Read Our pricing Or The cost guide.
Party venues around Hove
Hove is about 2 miles west of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. From the centre of Hove to the outskirts, we offer the same service: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. We cover 30 places in Brighton and Hove.
Nearby historic houses include Preston Manor & Gardens (1.3 miles north-east) and Royal Pavilion (1.6 miles east). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on outside caterers first. Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Holy Trinity Church, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards. The South Downs National Park is within about 7 miles of Hove, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop. The coast is within about 2 miles, so seafood paella often features, and we always plan for wind.
Anywhere in BN3, BN1 and BN52, we can cook for your guests. Local streets include Farm Road, York Road and Aymer Road; a party at home on any of them works well with live paella. Hove is on the A270 and A2023, which makes it straightforward to bring the equipment. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Brighton and Hove (1 mile north-west), Brunswick (1 mile south-east), Aldrington (1 mile west), Prestonville (1 mile north-east) and West Blatchington (1 mile north). Further out, we also cater in Kemptown (3 miles east), Whitehawk (3 miles east), Moulsecoomb (3 miles east), Hollingbury (3 miles north-east), Bevendean (3 miles east) and Saltdean (6 miles east). As one of the bigger places in Brighton and Hove, Hove has plenty of venues and gardens for parties.
Nearby you will also find British Engineerium (0.9 miles north) and Montefiore Hospital (0.7 miles east). Not far away are Whitehawk Hill and Thundersbarrow Hill.
- Nearby schools include The Drive Prep School (less than half a mile north-east) and Hove Park School (0.7 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Urchin pub (less than half a mile south-west)
Step by step
We take care of the food from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your party. If you’ve chosen tapas or canapés, they go out first as the rice is cooking. At midsummer, it is light in Hove until about 9:20pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it is dark by about 7:05pm; add lights for the evening.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- We suggest paellas and extras and send a quote.
- We set up before guests arrive.
- The paella cooks while your guests chat.
- We serve from the pan and pack down.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
Ask for a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. You can use our quote form.
Planning help
Nearby places to Hove
Other catering in Hove
Hove: your questions answered
Can you cook near the sea around Hove?
Yes, with a sheltered cooking spot. Sea breezes cool the pan, so a windbreak, building or gazebo helps.
Is Hove close to London?
Roughly 46 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you bring crockery?
We can. Let us know what you have, and we’ll quote for the rest.
Who clears up?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria, yes. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
Do you cater for children?
Most children enjoy paella, particularly a simple chicken pan. Let us know numbers and ages.
Can you cook in the rain?
We need a covered spot, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
About the dishes
Chicken & chorizo paella
A smoky favourite with children and adults, and a good choice for guests who do not eat seafood.
Churros
Churros are a treat for all ages.
- Cooked live in giant pans at your event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
- Paella, tapas, canapés and desserts
- Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff